2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Ford GT
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford GT weights approximately 222 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Falcon. (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Falcon | 2009 Ford GT | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Falcon | GT |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 105.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |